November 13, 2025 - TEMPO Networks

News Americas, TORONTO, Canada, Thurs. Nov. 13, 2025: Toronto will come alive with powerful music and even more powerful purpose this Friday as fast-rising Canadian-Jamaican artist King Cruff brings his “Bantu Knot Butu” Tour to Adelaide Hall. All ticket proceeds from the Toronto Concert will be donated to Hurricane Melissa relief efforts in partnership with The Bob Marley Foundation and The Rita Marley Foundation.

The Toronto stop on November 14th will feature a rare and star-studded Marley family moment, with Skip Marley and Soul-Rebel Marley joining King Cruff on stage as special guests. Jamaican-Canadian reggae songstress Naomi Cowan will also perform, ensuring an unforgettable night of talent rooted in Caribbean culture and global impact.

KING CRUFF

A Concert With A Mission

King Cruff, whose real name is Solomon Marley-Spence, says the outpouring of support since announcing the partnership with his grandparents’ foundations has been overwhelming.

“Jamaica has had such a massive influence not just on me, but on culture worldwide. It’s only right that we pay it forward any way we can,” Cruff shared.

The Bob and Rita Marley Foundation teams are already on the ground in Jamaica, providing food, clean water, hygiene kits, and emergency supplies to communities devastated by Hurricane Melissa. Funds raised from the Toronto show will directly support these ongoing relief efforts through the official Bob and Rita Marley Foundation Relief Fund.

King Cruff Drops New Single “6 MILLY”

The charity concert comes just as King Cruff releases his newest single “6 MILLY,” produced by The Boy Kam (Drake, Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj). The track blends Toronto’s dancehall influence with the artist’s signature poetic grit.

“I wanted to take a stab at proper yearning music while keeping the badman energy,” Cruff explained. “It’s ‘Shotta In Love’ vibes.”

The single follows his summer hit “BUNCH,” recently highlighted by Billboard in its Reggae/Dancehall Fresh Picks. After a breakout year – including a JUNO nomination, festival stages, and touring with Stephen and Damian Marley – King Cruff is now stepping into his first-ever headlining tour.

Bantu Knot Butu Tour Dates

Nov. 14 – Toronto, ON – Adelaide Hall

Nov. 28 – Québec City, QC – District Saint-Joseph

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A Night Of Music, Unity & One Love In Action

With the Marley family lending their voices and global supporters rallying behind Jamaica, Friday’s Toronto concert promises to be a celebration of culture, community, and collective healing.

As King Cruff says, this moment is about more than music: “United by #OneLoveInAction, we’re standing strong with the people of Jamaica.”

Jamaican Global Diaspora Pitches In: Here Are The Credible Organizations To Support Hurricane Melissa Victims

News Americas, New York, Thurs. Nov. 13, 2025: Reggae fusion superstar Maxi Priest has stepped forward in a major way to support Jamaica following the devastation of Hurricane Melissa, announcing a partnership with Intercept Music and The Bob and Rita Marley Foundation Relief Fund to mobilize urgent aid for affected communities.

Singer Maxi Priest is among those helping raise funds for Jamaicans devastated by Hurricane Melissa.

The initiative comes just as Maxi Priest celebrates the release of his comeback single, “Feel So Alive” featuring dancehall megastar Sean Paul – and now he’s channeling that energy into helping his homeland rebuild.

Supporting Sean Paul’s Matching Challenge

Sean Paul has pledged to match every dollar donated to his foundation – up to US$100,000 – in partnership with Food For The Poor Jamaica. Maxi Priest and Intercept Music have now joined that effort, helping expand fundraising through a dedicated GoFundMe campaign via the Marley Foundation.

Intercept Music has made its own financial contribution, while Maxi Priest recorded a heartfelt video appeal urging global fans to unite for Jamaica’s recovery.

“Jamaica has always gifted the world music – love, unity, and hope,” Maxi said. “But right now, our island needs us. Hurricane Melissa has left so many struggling. Music and unity can rebuild. Let’s make Jamaica ‘Feel So Alive’ again.”

See it below.

Corporate, Creative & Diaspora Support Grows

Maxi Priest’s label distributor Intercept Music praised the collaboration. “Jamaica has given the world so much through music, food, and culture,” said Intercept founder Ralph Tashjian. “Joining Maxi Priest, Sean Paul, and the Marley Foundation to support recovery is an honor.”

Beyond the GoFundMe partnership, Maxi Priest has been actively mobilizing relief across multiple fronts:

Partnered with Tropical Sun (UK) to send essential goods – including canned foods and rice – directly to Jamaica.

Co-led a BritCham Guyana fundraising auction with chairman Faizal Khan at Chelsea FC’s Stamford Bridge, raising over US$27,000.

Chartered a plane loaded with relief supplies, in collaboration with other charities.

Encouraged global fans and diaspora communities to join the Marley Foundation’s official relief campaign.

A Call to Action

Maxi Priest is urging fans worldwide – and especially lovers of reggae – to contribute to the official relief fund.

Donate to The Bob and Rita Marley Foundation Relief Fund: https://gofund.me/4c619748f

Toronto Concert To Raise Funds For Hurricane Melissa Relief With Special Guests Skip Marley & Soul-Rebel Marley